In the Miso Soup

Brief Overview

The novel «In the Miso Soup» by Ryu Murakami tells the story of a young Japanese man named Kenji, who works as a guide for foreigners in Tokyo's nightlife scene. One day, he receives a request from an American named Frank, who wants to spend three nights exploring the city's entertainment venues. However, Kenji soon begins to suspect that Frank might be a serial killer. As events unfold, Kenji finds himself drawn into a world of violence and brutality, which threatens his life and forces him to reconsider his views on morality and humanity. The novel explores themes of alienation, cultural differences, and the darker sides of human nature.